Standardised check-in and bag drop times from British Airways

British Airways has standardised its check-in and bag drop closure times at airports across its network.

UK domestic and short haul customers are asked to check in and drop their bags is up to 45 minutes before departure.

Long haul customers are asked to check in and drop their bags is up to one hour before departure.

Travellers flying with British Airways should check their timings before they travel. We recommend that you make plans to arrive at your departure airport in good time to meet these revised check-in times.

Essential travel information

You can check in online or on your mobile phone, from 24 hours and up to 1 hour, before your flight is scheduled to depart.

To find out check-in times at your departure airport, go to Manage My Booking. Click on your flight number, select ‘Check in’ and then click on ‘Other ways to check in’.